Clinical Biospecimen Scientist

ICON plc; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Biospecimen Scientist, where you'll play a crucial role in the management of biospecimens for clinical trials. This position offers the opportunity to work with diverse teams and contribute to innovative research while ensuring compliance with ethical standards and regulatory guidelines. You'll be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of biospecimens, from collection to analysis, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize processes. If you are passionate about advancing clinical research and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Flexible Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical trial management and biospecimen collection.
• Strong understanding of regulatory guidelines and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage biospecimen strategies for clinical trials.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure compliance.
• Oversee the logistics of sample collection and analysis.

Skills

Biospecimen Management

Clinical Trial Execution

Stakeholder Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences

Master's Degree in a related field

Job description

Title: Biospecimen Scientist

Location: EMEA wide - homebased

Fully sponsor dedicated

As a Biospecimen Scientist, you will join the world's largest & most comprehensive clinical research organization, powered by healthcare intelligence.

Job Purpose

Responsible for the implementation and end-to-end operational execution of each GCO clinical trial strategy related to biospecimens, including safety, pharmacokinetics, biomarkers, and companion diagnostics, ensuring compliance with client processes, regulations, and ethical standards.

Accountabilities

• Contribute to biospecimen-related matters for assigned projects under the supervision of the Clinical Biospecimen Lead Scientist, collaborating with internal stakeholders and line function (LF) representatives.
• Assist in preparing clinical sample assessment sections in trial documents (protocols, consents).
• Create study-specific sample collection tables, ensuring blood volume requirements are met.
• Liaise with stakeholders to provide input on biospecimen collection and testing needs.
• Oversee technical aspects for laboratories involved in kit building, sample management, and testing, including documentation.
• Address ethical considerations in biospecimen collection and analysis, ensuring compliance across countries.
• Manage sample lifecycle logistics, including timely analysis, consent, and collaboration with data management.
• Define sample needs for CRFs and data transfer, coordinating with TDM and labs for data reconciliation.
• Develop training materials for biospecimen collection procedures at study sites.
• Handle study close-out activities related to biospecimens and labs, including disposal, return, or storage.
• Manage relationships with labs in collaboration with vendor management.

Risk Management

• Collaborate with vendor management to oversee labs.
• Escalate biospecimen collection and analysis risks and issues promptly.

Resource Management

• Review lab proposals and provide budget input in collaboration with procurement.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and best practices within trials and programs.

Activities & Interfaces

• Work with vendor management on lab oversight.
• Coordinate with internal teams to understand biospecimen strategies.
• Participate as a key team member to ensure biospecimen collection, analysis, and data transfer adhere to protocols.

Key Performance Indicators

• Adherence to GCO processes, SOPs, and ICH/GCP guidelines.
• Effective stakeholder communication and timely logistics.
• Preparation of study documents within deadlines.
• Timely sample transportation and data transfer.
• Quality execution of biospecimen activities.
• Operational planning and risk mitigation.

What ICON Offers

We prioritize our people by building a diverse culture that rewards performance and nurtures talent. Benefits include competitive salaries, various leave entitlements, health insurance, retirement plans, Employee Assistance Program, life assurance, and flexible benefits tailored to country-specific needs. Learn more at ICON Careers Benefits.

ICON is committed to inclusion and providing an accessible environment for all candidates. We promote equal opportunity employment and welcome applicants needing reasonable accommodations. For more info, visit Reasonable Accommodations.

If you're interested but unsure if you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply—your profile might be a perfect fit for this or other roles at ICON.